Bolivar Overview

Usuthu's rising star striker is quickly discovering that success in the Betway Premiership comes with a heavy price. The young forward has become one of the most talked-about prospects in South African football, but his sudden rise has also put a massive target on his back.

The Buccaneers coach has urged his squad to remain focused as they prepare to begin their Carling Knockout title defence. The Sea Robbers are set to host Milford this week, and the head coach is under no illusions about the scale of the challenge despite his side's recent successes.

Former Bucs captain has sparked conversation across the South African football landscape by claiming that the experienced coach is destined for a sensational return to Soweto. Despite Mandla Ncikazi’s recent move to take the reins at Arrows, Benson Mhlongo views this departure as a calculated step in a much larger career trajectory.

The Sea Robbers' head coach has identified a critical area of improvement as the Buccaneers prepare for the rigours of the Champions League group stages. Despite a comfortable aggregate victory in the preliminary rounds, the tactician is concerned that his young squad may lack the psychological fortitude required for continental success.